Detained: U.S. Soldier Accused of Theft in Russia During Unauthorized Trip
A U.S. soldier, Staff Sgt. Gordon Black, was detained in Russia last week after traveling to Vladivostok on his own accord, not on official business as confirmed by U.S. Army officials. Black, who had completed his deployment in South Korea, made the trip to visit a woman he was romantically involved with, without seeking permission from his superiors. It is reported that he is now being held in pre-trial confinement on allegations of theft. The …